Kevadia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the national celebrations marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat. The day, observed as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), was dedicated to honouring India’s first Home Minister, often remembered as the “Iron Man of India”.

PM Modi arrived at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia at 8 am, where he offered floral tributes and prayers at Patel’s statue. The event began with the Ekta Diwas Samaroh, highlighting India’s unity, discipline and cultural diversity. The Prime Minister also administered the National Unity Pledge, reaffirming the country’s collective resolve to uphold Sardar Patel’s vision of a strong and united India.

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